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👬🏼👬🏼 Two Men Holding Hands - Medium-Light Skin Tone EmojiUnicode: 1F46C 1F3FC

Represents two men holding hands.

Released in First introduced in 2010 as part of Unicode 6.0 under the 'Couple' category. The medium-light skin tone variation was added in Emoji 2.0 in 2015.

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Meaning and Interpretation

"The 👬🏼 emoji typically represents two men holding hands, symbolizing their connection. It can reflect friendship, unity, solidarity, or a romantic bond, particularly for LGBTQ+ themes. Including the medium-light skin tone modifier emphasizes diversity and inclusivity."

Symbolism

LGBTQ+ representation: Commonly used to indicate same-sex love or advocacy for LGBTQ rights.
Friendship or companionship: The emoji symbolizes a close relationship between two men, whether romantic or platonic.
Unity and solidarity: It is frequently used to express unity between individuals, especially men supporting each other.

Common Usage Scenarios

Used in chats to show a close bond between two men, whether friends or partners.
Frequently shared to celebrate LGBTQ+ pride events or relationships.
Used to show solidarity among men who support each other or a common cause.

Usage Examples in Conversation

I'm so glad I met you! 👬🏼 Best friends forever!

We’re marching together in the Pride parade this weekend! 🌈👬🏼

Happy anniversary babe, love you so much! ❤️👬🏼

Can’t wait for our trip together next month! 👬🏼✈️

We've been through a lot and stood by each other's side. 👬🏼 Here’s to many more!

Usage Guidelines and Etiquette

Ensure the context of usage is respectful, especially in discussions involving LGBTQ+ topics.
Avoid using the emoji in sarcastic or derogatory contexts as this can be offensive.
It is important to combine the emoji with appropriate text to clarify whether the relationship is friendship, romantic, or simply companionship.